In this course, you will explore the many possibilities offered by the most versatile of painting techniques and create a composition from start to finish.

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

Learn the skills required to prepare and complete an oil painting using a simple methodology that can be used for future paintings.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• To take this course you will not need any previous knowledge, as Vicky will introduce you to this technique from scratch.

• Materials, you will need; a canvas to paint on, some brushes, and different tubes of oil paint. (More details once enrolled)

Vicky Smith Bio;

Vicky Smith is a visual artist and arts educator from Galway City. Her practice is rooted in painting and she is currently on the Turps Correspondence Course ‘23-’24, an innovative programme for painters based in the UK. She is the Education Co-ordinator at Engage Art Studios and FET Tutor in Fine Art Drawing at Galway Technical Institute. Recent exhibitions include Stocaí ó Saoirse, Artist Residency, Engage Art Studios Gallery, Galway (IRL), OXO, Outset Gallery, Galway,(IRL) & Infinite Possibilities, Galway International Arts Festival ‘23 (IRL), The Cold Bark Against My Back, Olivier Cornet Gallery, Dublin (IRL). She is supported by Arts Council Ireland.

DATES:

Monday 1st of July

Monday 8th of July

Monday 15th of July

Monday 22nd of July

Monday 29th of July

TIME: 7pm-9pm

FEE: €150

CONTACT:engageartclasses@gmail.com or Education Co-ordinator 0851667876

Please note; Maximum per class is 6

Image credit: Reading the irish Times in Bed, acrylic and oil paint on canvas, 2022